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Cruise ships will no longer dock at the Port of Fernandina, according to Ocean Highway and Port Authority Chair Danny Fullwood, as cruise ship business has been removed from the port authority's master plan, which OHPA hopes to approve in April. Submitted photo

Cruise ships will no longer dock at the Port of Fernandina, according to Ocean Highway and Port Authority Chair Danny Fullwood, as cruise ship business has been removed from the port authority's master plan, which OHPA hopes to approve in April. Submitted photo

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OHPA removes cruise ships from master plan; looks to operating agreement for more revenue

Julia Roberts
Thursday, March 9, 2023
After outcry from the public, the Ocean Highway and Port Authority has taken the step to remove cruise ship traffic from its master plan, OHPA commission chair Danny Fullwood announced at a March 8 meeting.
Curtis Gaus, NCSB member

Curtis Gaus, NCSB member

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NCSB moves forward with facilities improvements

News Staff
Thursday, March 9, 2023
At its latest meeting, the Nassau County School Board voted to move forward with projects at Yulee Primary School, Emma Love Hardee Elementary and boiler replacements at five other schools.
City of Fernandina Beach, Florida

City of Fernandina Beach, Florida

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City commission disagrees on process for hiring new city manager

Julia Roberts
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Two weeks after terminating Dale Martin as city manager, the Fernandina Beach City Commission debated how to go about the process of finding his replacement, finally agreeing to hire a recruitment firm and appoint a committee of city residents to give their input into the decision.
Sue Nelson, owner of The Book Loft. Submitted photo

Sue Nelson, owner of The Book Loft. Submitted photo

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GMA pays a visit to The Book Loft

Guest Columnist
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Sue Nelson, owner of The Book Loft, was recently interviewed by Good Morning America's podcast The Book Case, audio podcast episode, by Kate and Charlie Gibson. The Book Case is a weekly series that makes the case for literature outside of your usual genre.
Seal of the City of Fernandina Beach

Seal of the City of Fernandina Beach

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City and school board discuss moving Ybor Alvarez complex to Hickory Street

Julia Roberts
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
With the possibility of losing the lease on the site of the Ybor Alvarez Sports Complex, the city of Fernandina Beach has reached out to the Nassau County School Board in hopes of working with Nassau County government to fund a new sports complex at the Hickory Street Park.
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper, far left, applauds the announcement of the INTERCEPT Task Force along with other agency heads involved. Submitted photo

Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper, far left, applauds the announcement of the INTERCEPT Task Force along with other agency heads involved. Submitted photo

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NCSO, other law enforcement announce human trafficking task force

Holly Dorman
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
A coalition of law enforcement agencies and nonprofit organizations have announced the INTERCEPT Task Force, a partnership aimed at combating human trafficking in Northeast Florida. Together, Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper, Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook, Jacksonville Sheriff T.K.
A 1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne and a 1964 Ferrari 250 LM were crowned Best in Show at The Amelia Concours d’Elegance, its its 28th annual event. Photo courtesy of Hagerty Media

A 1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne and a 1964 Ferrari 250 LM were crowned Best in Show at The Amelia Concours d’Elegance, its its 28th annual event. Photo courtesy of Hagerty Media

Highlights of 2023 ‘The Amelia’ Concours d’Elegance

Sean Rosenthal
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
The 28th annual gathering at The Amelia saw 25,000 enthusiasts gather for featured auctions, driving events and a two-day show on the grounds of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. The big show brought shiny cars zipping around winding island streets.
City of Fernandina Beach, Florida

City of Fernandina Beach, Florida

What are the next steps to hire a city manager?

Julia Roberts
Monday, March 6, 2023
On the agenda for a workshop of the Fernandina Beach City Commission set for 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, is a discussion of how the city will recruit and hire a new city manager.   Former City Manager Dale Martin’s employment contract with the city was terminated Feb. 21.
5 Hornet grapplers state bound. Submitted photo

5 Hornet grapplers state bound. Submitted photo

5 Hornet grapplers state bound

Beth Jones
Friday, March 3, 2023
“We had a pretty good weekend overall,” said Yulee High School wrestling coach Brandon Crowder. The Hornet grapplers finished fourth as a team in the region tournament, and five wrestlers qualified for the state finals this weekend.